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Busan to Boost Operations of the “Companion Animal Specialty Street”

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The Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that it will continue active support to promote the operation of the “Companion Animal Specialty Street.”

Located in the underground shopping arcade connecting Gwang-an Station and Suyeong Station on Busan Metro Line 2, the Companion Animal Specialty Street stretches approximately 200 meters, making it the longest such facility in Korea.

○ Since its opening ceremony on November 23, 2024, the street has hosted more than 40 businesses including animal hospitals, pet hotels and cafés, grooming salons, adoption centers, pet food shops, and pet supply stores.

○ Various programs are offered for pet owners visiting the street, such as on-site animal registration, health checkups, etiquette education, hygiene and grooming services, and the issuance of QR-linked pet ID cards.

○ The underground location allows pet-friendly visits regardless of the weather, making it a popular healing space for pet owners.

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The City has continuously hosted various interactive events for pets and their owners along the Specialty Street.

○ Since its opening, the City has offered performances, personalized seminars addressing common questions from pet owners, behavior correction programs, hands-on workshops for pet product making, and etiquette training to promote harmony between pet owners and non-owners.

○ The upcoming “Pet Station Open House,” scheduled for May 31 to June 1, will feature a variety of free events including grooming and massage services, Puppuccino tastings, and health consultations.

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To revitalize the Companion Animal Specialty Street, the City plans to promote:
▲Pet festivals ▲Public awareness campaigns ▲Administrative support ▲Business startup and clustering initiatives

○ In July, the City will invest KRW 40 million to host a pet festival in the area, providing entertainment and experiences for citizens while raising awareness about companion animal culture and social understanding.

○ Publicity measures will include the installation of signage at ground-level entrances, directional signs from metro entrances to the underground mall, on-train announcements, digital displays in stations, and promotional events via the City’s website and social media channels to boost awareness of the Specialty Street.

○ The City will also provide support for pet-related startups, encourage clustering within the Specialty Street, and offer consulting services for market access and revenue growth—thereby fostering industry development, job creation, and local economic revitalization.

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Ahn Cheol-soo, Director General of the Bureau of Green Urban Development, stated,
“The Companion Animal Specialty Street is more than a commercial zone; it’s a multi-purpose space where citizens can connect and relax with their pets while enjoying culture and shopping.”
He added,
“We will continue our efforts to expand infrastructure for the companion animal industry and promote Busan as a pet-friendly city.”

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Attachment 1: Pet Station Open House Festival Overview

• ●Event Name: Pet Station Open House Festival

• ●Date: May 31 – June 1, 2025, 11:00–18:00

• ●Program Highlights:

Zone	Program
Shopping Zone	Free dental chews for early reservations; discounts based on purchase amount; “Dr. Momma Showdown”
Pet Café PPP	Free hygiene grooming; express workshop using eye-water massage
Pets Kindergarten	Prize wheel game
Pets Edu	Free 15ml lavender eye-water giveaway
Dorothy Pet Salon	“Glitter Idol” pet makeover; pet groomer role play
Hair Mung Pet Salon	Retro-style claw machine game
BraviPet	Free Puppuccino tasting
Forest Animal Hospital	Free health consultations (2–5 PM)
Cat Café PPP	Half-price admission in celebration of grand opening

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Attachment 2: Event Photos